Chevrolet Malibu Chevrolet Malibu 2013 Nissan Sentra Nissan Sentra 2015

We are 103,000+ car owners sharing real-world car information.

Join Us

Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Sentra Price Comparison (MSRP)

The sticker prices, before adjusting for remaining feature differences. Usually these are the numbers you will see on the window stickers.

Models in short supply often sell at or even above these prices.

Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Sentra Invoice Comparison

Lowest Total Price: $23,930

Nissan Sentra SL   
Difference: $6,135

Lowest Total Invoice: $22,566

Nissan Sentra SL   
Difference: $5,855

Calculate Payments

  Down Payment Interest Rate Term
Model Year20132013201320152015
ModelMalibuMalibuMalibuSentraSentra
TrimEco2LTLTZSRSL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Base Price $24,985 $24,890 $27,365 $19,910 $20,670
Base Invoice $23,860 $23,769 $25,859 $18,921 $19,641
Leather Package 1,000 1,000      
Premium Audio Package 1,610        
Navigation system 1,120 795 795    
Sunroof 1,000 1,000      
Electronics and Entertainment Package   1,175 1,900    
Forward collision warning   395      
Navigation Package       720 720
Premium Package       2,230 1,130
Cargo net       55 55
Floor mats       180 180
Illuminated door sill trim plates       350 350
Leather Package 880 880      
Premium Audio Package 1,538        
Navigation system 986 700 700    
Sunroof 880 880      
Electronics and Entertainment Package   1,034 1,672    
Forward collision warning   348      
Navigation Package       637 637
Premium Package       1,974 1,000
Cargo net       49 49
Floor mats       148 148
Illuminated door sill trim plates       266 266
Options (change) 4,730 4,365 2,695 3,535 2,435
Options (change) 4,284 3,842 2,372 3,074 2,100
Destination 810 810 810 825 825
Total Price $30,525 $30,065 $30,870 $24,270 $23,930
Total Invoice $28,954 $28,421 $29,041 $22,820 $22,566

Return to top

While we strive for accuracy, the site is not error-free, and prices can change at any time.

Dealer Price Quotes

Want to find out how much dealers are willing to discount these cars?

Request free, no-obligation Chevrolet Malibu dealer quotes or Nissan Sentra dealer quotes from dealers using our car quote form.

The process is easy and takes just a minute or two. You'll receive price quotes from local approved dealers within 48 hours.

TrueDelta Value Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Sentra

Lowest Adjusted Price and Invoice: Nissan Sentra SL
TrueDelta Adjusted Price Difference: $3,550
TrueDelta Adjusted Invoice Difference: $3,411
Model Year20132013201320152015
ModelMalibuMalibuMalibuSentraSentra
TrimEco2LTLTZSRSL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Engine182hp I4 H197hp I4197hp I4130hp I4130hp I4
TransmissionT6T6T6CVTCVT
DrivetrainFWDFWDFWDFWDFWD
EPA Fuel Economy (city/highway)/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG/ MPG
Audio (watts, speakers)?, 9?, 9?, 9?, 8?, 8
Tire (rear if not all the same)225/55-17235/50-18235/50-18205/50-17205/50-17
Total Price$30,525$30,065$30,870$24,270$23,930
Adjustments for Features-2,410-2,710-2,3600-125
Feature-Adjusted Total Price$28,115$27,355$28,510$24,270$23,805
Cost Above Minimum$760$0$1,155$465$0
Total Invoice$28,954$28,421$29,041$22,820$22,566
Adjustments for Features-2,286-2,562-2,2200-118
Feature-Adjusted Total Invoice$26,668$25,859$26,821$22,820$22,448
Cost Above Minimum$809$0$962$372$0

Return to top

Features Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20132013201320152015
ModelMalibuMalibuMalibuSentraSentra
TrimEco2LTLTZSRSL
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Transmission and Drivetrain 
6-speed manually-shiftable automatic$1100$1100$1100  
CVT   $1000$1000
FWD$0$0$0$0$0
Accessories 
AC power outlet $100$100  
Proximity key   $250$250
Remote start$150$150$150  
Brakes, Airbags, and Other Safety 
4-wheel disc brakes$150$150$150  
Forward collision warning $200   
Knee airbag, driver$75$75$75  
Knee airbag, passenger$75$75$75  
Lane departure warning $200   
Rear side airbags$300$300$300  
Rollover sensor$50$50$50  
Temporary spare tire $150$150$150$150
Cargo Management 
Cargo mat   $40$40
Climate Control 
Automatic climate control, front$200$200$200 $200
Dual-zone climate control$125$125$125 $125
Engine / Motor 
Automatic start / stop$150    
Exterior 
Active grille shutters$0    
Body kit   $0 
Bodyside moldings$75$75   
Bright-finished exhaust tip(s)  $25$25 
Laminated front side windows$200$200$200  
Rear spoiler   $200 
Infotainment 
SMS text-to-speech reader   $25$25
Telematics service, such as OnStar, with navigation$225$225$225  
Traffic + travel information   $25$25
Voice control for external devices$0$0$0  
Instruments, Lights, and Mirrors 
Compass$0$0$0$0 
Interior ambient lighting$150$150$150  
Large energy flow and fuel economy display$25    
Mirror tilt-down in reverse$25$25$25  
Turn signals on or near mirrors $25$25 $25
Seats and Interior Trim 
Door sill trim plates  $100  
Illuminated door sill trim plates   $200$200
Manual height adjuster, driver seat   $50$50
Memory system, driver seat$200    
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat$150$150$150  
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat$150$150$150  
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100  
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Power height adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100  
Power height adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Power recliner, driver seat$100$100$100  
Power recliner, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat$100$100$100  
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat$100$100$100  
Total Value of Features$4,375$4,675$4,325$1,965$2,090
Value of Feature Adjustments$2,410$2,710$2,360$0$125
Value of Feature Adjustments-2,286-2,562-2,2200-118

Return to top

Specifications Comparison: Chevrolet Malibu vs. Nissan Sentra

Model Year20132015
ModelMalibuSentra
Body4dr Sedan4dr Sedan
Wheelbase107.8 in106.3 in
Length191.5 in182.1 in
Width73.0 in69.3 in
Height57.6 in58.9 in
Curb Weight3,394 lb.2,823 lb.
Fuel Capacity18.5 gal.13.2 gal.
Row 1 Headroom39.0 in39.4 in
Row 1 Shoulder Room57.5 in54.7 in
Row 1 Hip Room55.0 in50.9 in
Row 1 Legroom42.1 in42.5 in
Row 2 Headroom37.5 in36.7 in
Row 2 Shoulder Room57.1 in53.9 in
Row 2 Hip Room54.3 in50.1 in
Row 2 Legroom36.8 in37.4 in
Cargo Volume16.3 ft315.1 ft3

Return to top

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu Eco

Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested110071%
Total Not Requested45029%
Premium Audio Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Fog lights125Yes
Leather-wrapped steering wheel150Yes
Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Bodyside moldings75No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Cargo net40Yes
225/55HR17 tires400No
Power fore-aft adjuster, driver seat100No
Power tilt adjuster, driver seat100No
Power recliner, driver seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, driver seat150No
Remote start150No
Total Requested76535%
Total Not Requested145065%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu 2LT

Electronics and Entertainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Cargo net40Yes
Bodyside moldings75No
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
AC power outlet100No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested49047%
Total Not Requested55053%
Leather Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Heated front seats200Yes
Power recliner, passenger seat100No
Power fore-aft adjuster, passenger seat100No
Power 4-way lumbar adjuster, passenger seat150No
Power tilt adjuster, passenger seat100No
Total Requested110071%
Total Not Requested45029%

Option Package Details
Chevrolet Malibu LTZ

Electronics and Entertainment Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
AC power outlet100No
Mirror tilt-down in reverse25No
Pioneer, 9 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested120072%
Total Not Requested47528%

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SR

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
App support0Yes
Total Requested92595%
Total Not Requested505%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Leather seating surfaces900Yes
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Universal garage door opener100Yes
Auto-dimming rearview mirror150Yes
Bose, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested213086%
Total Not Requested35014%

Option Package Details
Nissan Sentra SL

Floor mats
FeatureValueRequested?
Floor mats75Yes
Cargo mat40No
Total Requested7565%
Total Not Requested4035%
Navigation Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Navigation system600Yes
Rearview camera200Yes
Voice control for nav and audio100Yes
Traffic + travel information25No
SMS text-to-speech reader25No
Bluetooth audio streaming25Yes
App support0Yes
Total Requested92595%
Total Not Requested505%
Premium Package
FeatureValueRequested?
Sunroof900Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, driver40Yes
Illuminated visor mirror, passenger40Yes
Bose, 8 speakers (with subwoofer)350No
Total Requested98074%
Total Not Requested35026%

Was this information useful?

We're glad we could help! Share this page:

We're so sorry! Tell us how we can improve it.

See TrueDelta's information for all Sedans
See TrueDelta's information for all Chevrolet models.